City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Turin — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lisbon
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 43.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Lisbon.
Turin
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 36.6 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Turin.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Turin | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $748 | +$144 |
| Groceries | $208 | $264 | $56 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $177 | $42 |
| Transportation | $34 | $30 | +$4 |
| Utilities | $98 | $169 | $71 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $112 | +$21 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Turin equivalent
$1,253
per month
Only $1,253/mo in Turin matches $1,500/mo in Lisbon — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lisbon on $1,500/month?
Living in Lisbon on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$892 to rent, $208 to groceries, $135 to dining.
Can I live in Turin on $1,500/month?
In Turin, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $748 rent, $264 groceries, $177 dining.
Is Lisbon or Turin cheaper?
Turin is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Turin 36.6 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Turin?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$1,253/mo in Turin using COL adjustment.